Driver Side Airbag Module Replacement

Airbag System:

WARNINGS:
- This system is a sensitive, complex mechanical unit. Before attempting to remove, or install the airbag system or related steering wheel and steering column components, you must first disarm the airbag firing mechanism. Failure to do this could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury.

- When removing a deployed airbag module, rubber gloves, eye protection, and a long-sleeved shirt should be worn. there may be deposits on the airbag module and other interior surfaces. In large doses, these deposits may cause irritation to the skin and eyes.

- Do not use power-driven tools when servicing the mechanical airbag system or related steering wheel and steering column components. Failure to do this could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and isolate.
2. Using a small screwdriver, remove the plastic cover plug from the top outer surface of the steering wheel hub.
- Exit the vehicle and disarm the airbag firing mechanism by reaching through the driver's side window and turning the arming screw counterclockwise to its travel limit.
- When the screw has reached its travel limit, it will extend one inch above the outer surface of the steering wheel hub cover.
- This is done using an 8mm socket and manual drive.
3. From the back side of the steering wheel, remove the four nuts attaching the airbag module to the steering wheel.
- This is done using a 10mm socket and manual drive.
4. Remove the airbag module from the steering wheel.
5. Reverse the removal procedure to install.
- Tighten the airbag module attaching nuts to 9 to 11 Nm (80 to 100 in lb).
- Exit the vehicle and arm the airbag firing mechanism by reaching through the driver's side window and turning the arming screw clockwise to its travel limit.
- The arming screw torque should not exceed 1.1 to 1.7 Nm (10 to 15 in lb).
- Install the plastic cover plug in the steering wheel hub.